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Rapua te kohinga Search & use collection

Discover the Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision collection and find out how to make requests to use items.
Explore nearly 800,000 films, radio, television and audio recordings spanning 120 years of Aotearoa New Zealand’s history.
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Discover the audiovisual stories, creativity and history of Aotearoa New Zealand we care for.
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Rights information for the collection items we hold and how to make requests to use them.
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Information and tips to help you navigate the collection and find what you’re looking for.
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Some items from the collection can be viewed in person by visiting us.
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Information and resources to support teachers and students.
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